Astro Bot PS5

I’m NOT a video game person.. I love puzzles and board games, but video games? Not so much…But this one!? LOVE!! Every level is so fun. Definitely gets insane.. but worth the hair pulling.Graphics, story, objectives … everything is locked in. So fun.

I always like the Astro tech demo mini game and wondered what it would be like to have a full game. Well now that has been answered and exceeded my expectations. Surprisingly challenging game, I could only do a few levels a night before rage quitting to avoid going to bed angry. lol

Bought this as a present and the kids loved it!

This game is a ton of fun. I've played tougher platformers but I don't know if I've played one that is more fun.

This is a super fun game for kids and adults like.

I never had the chance to play Astro Rescue Bot (I never hopped on the PS VR 1 hype train, though I kinda wish I had, in retrospect), but when I bought my PS5, Astro's Playroom was enough to justify every dollar spent on it. Everyone that I've talked to with a PS5 agrees that Astro's little demo blew their expectations away, and this full game does the same.If you've seen any commentary about the game, comparisons to Super Mario Galaxy, or even the Super Mario games in general, are on-point. The themed levels have fun gimmicks and hints hidden all over the place, and the "Rescue Bot" aspect of saving all the bots that go missing makes this a fun and not-too-challenging collect-a-thon. Some things are actually a little tricky to find, so make sure you have that PS app on-hand so you can use the Hints feature.What makes this game stand out from being a Mario clone is the humor and love that radiates from this, as well as the music. Team Asobi clearly cares a lot about the legacy of PlayStation, showcasing games and characters that may no longer be console-exclusive, but who were essential in making our memories good ones back when we were growing up.Nostalgia isn't the only thing working for it. Astro Bot has the most natural, flowing platforming I've ever seen. Running around and jumping feels as natural as it did in Mario Galaxy, and though Astro doesn't have Mario's move-set, he's got enough endearing gadgets/buddies to match with Mario's most iconic power ups. The challenge levels will actually test you, and the frustration never gets too much.Astro Bot feels like it was PS1/PS2 platformer we never had. It's happy, it's funny, and it's a game that enthusiastically invites everyone to join in the fun. Honestly, if this game had come in an old N64 box, it wouldn't feel out-of-place at all.

Astro Bot absolutely deserves all the praise it’s receiving, and I really hope it gains even more attention and higher sales so that Sony takes notice.This game is essentially a celebration of PlayStation’s history, packed with references to so many iconic games that have defined the platform over the years. A lot of levels are inspired by these classic titles, giving it an extra layer of content. For those who’ve followed PlayStation for a long time, it’s a nostalgic experience.While I do wish the game was longer and had more content, I think Team Asobi did a fantastic job. The game is fun, engaging, rewarding, and the challenge levels are just the right amount of difficulty to keep you hooked without feeling repetitive.It’s one of the best 3D platformers I’ve played, and it appeals to both long-time gamers and newcomers. I keep seeing posts from people playing this with their kids, with each family member having their own save file. Very few games manage to achieve this kind of family engagement, aside from maybe Nintendo games, which is a huge win for Astro.Personally, I haven’t had this much fun with a game in a long time. All the positive feedback seems to reflect that most people agree. As someone who doesn’t have as much time for massive open-world games anymore, I appreciated Astro’s manageable length—it’s a game you can finish over a weekend or even in a single long session.Growing up with PlayStation, I found Astro Bot to be a truly enjoyable experience. In fact, it’s only the second game where I’ve chased the Platinum. The Uncharted-inspired level was probably my favorite—it brought back so much nostalgia that it almost got to tears.I didn’t expect the current PlayStation to release something like this in today’s era, but I’m really glad they did. I’ll definitely be supporting more of Team Asobi’s and Astro’s future titles. If you’re on the fence about buying this, or if gaming hasn’t been as enjoyable for you lately, I highly recommend giving Astro Bot a try.I hope this review was helpful, and I hope you enjoyed reading it!

It's a pretty fun game, reminded me of playing platformers when I was younger. Just felt a bit short for full price.